An Introduction to Regulation

The International Compliance Association (ICA) is a professional membership and certification body founded in 2001. It is a private, non-university institution recognized globally for advancing the knowledge, skills, and behavior expected of compliance professionals. The ICA specializes in qualifications and training related to regulatory compliance, anti-money laundering (AML), financial crime prevention, and governance, serving individuals and organizations in both the public and private sectors worldwide.​

The International Compliance Association (ICA) is the leading professional body for the global regulatory and financial crime compliance community. With members in over 150 countries and partnerships with regulators, financial institutions, and governments, ICA provides internationally recognized certifications and training programs that help professionals meet regulatory expectations and industry best practices.

ICA’s mission is to inspire, educate, and enable individuals and firms to build cultures of integrity and resilience. Through a combination of practical learning and academic rigor, its qualifications support professionals in staying ahead of the ever-evolving regulatory landscape, fostering trust and transparency across the financial and corporate sectors.